Nam phrik kaeng khua

 

5       large dried red spur chilies, seeded and soaked in water

10     shallots, sliced

20     cloves garlic

1       tsp. finely sliced galangal

1       tbsp. sliced lemon grass

1       tsp. salt

1       tsp. shrimp paste

 

Pound together dried chilies and salt until a fine paste is obtained. Add galangal and lemon grass, pound thoroughly.

Add the remaining ingredients, pound well after each adding.